Senior Benefits Manager

Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC

. Design, manage, and enhance U.S.

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesSenior💰 $107,000 - $147,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing and enhancing health and welfare benefits programs, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence. Strong analytical skills are applied to evaluate program performance and develop data-driven recommendations while effectively communicating with diverse stakeholders.

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Employee Benefits ManagementHealth And Wellness ProgramsAnalytical And Financial AcumenMicrosoft Office ProficiencyCertified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)

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Hard Skills

Health And Welfare Benefits ProgramsProgram Design EvaluationData-Driven RecommendationsRegulatory ComplianceCost AnalysisVendor ManagementProject ManagementAI Application In BenefitsRisk ManagementPlan Documentation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingInfluencing SkillsEmployee Education

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS)

Industry Keywords

Regulatory EnvironmentTalent AttractionEmployee RetentionMarket TrendsOperational Excellence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, manage, and enhance U.S. health and welfare benefits programs
Govern and manage multiple health and well-being benefit programs while ensuring operational excellence and regulatory compliance
Oversee external vendors, consultants, administrators, and service providers
Evaluate benefit program designs and recommend enhancements aligned with business objectives, employee needs, market trends, and financial considerations
Partner with HR, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and Communications to implement program changes and resolve issues
Analyze benefit plan performance, costs, and utilization trends to develop business insights and recommendations
Support governance and risk management activities, including plan documentation, regulatory reporting, audits, and Sarbanes-Oxley controls
Develop and execute communications that market benefits and educate employees
Lead marketing and employee education for benefit offerings, including annual enrollment communications, benefit launches, and ongoing campaigns
Research emerging benefits trends and market practices to support talent attraction and retention

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
7+ years of experience in employee benefits, with significant expertise in health and wellness programs
Experience managing complex benefit plans within a corporate environment
Proven ability to build and manage relationships with consultants, vendors, administrators, and other external partners
Strong analytical and financial acumen, including experience evaluating program costs and developing data-driven recommendations
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Experience with AI and its application in managing and designing employee benefit programs
Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to simplify complex topics and engage a variety of audiences
Valid work authorization that does not now, or in the future, require visa sponsorship for employment in the United States
Preferred: Experience leading complex projects and cross-functional initiatives
Preferred: Experience managing large, complex health and welfare programs
Preferred: Ability to influence and partner effectively with senior leaders and key stakeholders
Preferred: Certified Employee Benefit Specialist (CEBS) designation
Preferred: Experience working in a highly regulated environment